Embark on an early morning walking tour of the Vatican Museums and avoid the busy crowds. Discover the history from your guide, explore the Sistine Chapel, and skip the lines at St. Peter's Basilica.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 3 - 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the line through a separate entrance
- Live tour guide
- English
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The tour was amazing, everything about it Ambra our guide was funny very detailed knowledgeable and gave great information to someone who is not knowledgeable of the history of the country and the details of the drawings .. thanks a lot and hope to visit again .. very recommended
Fantastic, very informative we were there for around 4 1/2 hours. Francesca was our guide and she was just so lovely. Had so much info from her. Definitely recommend. We loved every minute of it. No photos can do it justice so beautiful. Highlight for us was most definitely the Basillica. Absolutely amazing
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Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma RM.
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed
- Shorts
- Short skirts
- Sleeveless shirts
Know before you go
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other closures during special celebrations. On such days we will instead explore the Pinacoteca Gallery.
- All participants must provide full names, dates of birth, and passport/nationality details at the time of booking. The information must match the ID or passport. Name changes are not allowed, and failure to provide this will result in booking cancellation.
- Due to the religious nature, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees.
- Starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican